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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1920

Page

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Seaman Thomas Manning Held After North End Hold-Up

Thomas Manning aged 19 claiming seaman status was arrested near Richmond and North streets after a dramatic chase. He faced charges of holding up with a gun and robbing Harry Saxe at 30 Atlantic avenue of 47 dollars following a confrontation with Patrolman McCarthy from Hanover street station.

Thomas Manning McCarthy Hanover Street Richmond North Streets North End Manning Harry Saxe Atlantic Avenue

Robber Holds Up Saxe Store On Atlantic Avenue

Police say Manning entered the Saxe store at about 7 o clock and forced the clerk to surrender the day’s receipts, about seven dollars. He fled as Officer McCarthy opened fire, was arrested at Richmond and North streets, and carried an automatic gun with the loot. Police suspect Manning’s real identity and possible involvement in other hold-ups.

Manning Saxe McCarthy Atlantic Avenue Richmond North Streets

Pope Benedict Won’t Address Irish Question at Beatification

Rome dispatch reports Vatican authorities affirm that Pope Benedict will not reference the Irish question during the beatification of Oliver Plunkett the 17th century primate of Ireland.

Rome Vatican Benedict Oliver Plunkett Ireland

Governor Coolidge Delays Action On Daylight Saving Bill

The daylight saving bill sat on Governor Coolidge's desk after 5 pm as senators Griswold Reed Hardy Pearson Tarbell and Walsh urged a veto. A delegation from the Chamber of Commerce visited to press for the measure's enactment.

Coolidge Senate Griswold Greenfield Reed Taunton Hardy Huntington Pearson Lowell Tarbell Brookfield Walsh Boston

Governor to Consider Visa on Pill Scheme Debate

A Boston Chamber of Commerce delegation plans to press the Governor to approve the pill amid legislative opposition citing economic harm to farmers and office hour manipulation. The Governor promised serious consideration as opponents stress convenience and recreation over cost.

Boston Chamber of Commerce

Daylight Saving Set for Portland April 25

Portland Maine April 6 a proclamation by Mayor Charles B Clarke makes daylight saving effective on April 25. The higher courts remain governed by State statutes and are not affected by the order.

Portland Charles B. Clarke Ecity

Planes used by picketers in Washington drop leaflets

Irish pickets in Washington flew leaflets over sections around the British embassy. Police did not intervene in the air patrols, but four land pickets were arrested and held in detention.

Washington Associated Press

McAdoo Announces Birth of Second Daughter Mary Faith

Mr and Mrs William G McAdoo of New York reveal the birth of a daughter Mary Faith McAdoo, the couple s second child and the former Eleanor Wilson daughter of the President The first child Ellen Wilson is four years old named for Mrs McAdoo s mother

New York William G. McAdoo Mary Faith McAdoo

Rules and Charges Against Dr Donlan Questioned

The defense argued that the 1906 rules of the Long Island hospital and alms house were never adopted by current trustees, a key point in the case alleging neglect of duty by Dr Charles I Donlan, superintendent of the island.

Long Island Hospital and Almshouse Boston Infirmary Charles I. ‘Donlan Island

Girl Shot by Swain in Parlor Duel Ends in Wounding

Samuel Ripley 26 of Bridgewater shot Miss Lillian Hatchfield 22 in her Broad street home after she threatened to sever their courtship. He then shot himself twice, one hit in the hip and one in the chest. Miss Hatchfield is dangerously wounded at Brockton Hospital. Ripley is at Whitman police station with non serious wounds claimed.

Brockton Hospital Whitman

Bill to require school nurse appointments killed in House

A bill mandating the appointment of school nurses in cities and towns was defeated in the House after a lengthy debate. The measure sought to ensure nurse coverage in public schools across jurisdictions.

Senate Rules Panel Kills Allen Bill After House Clash

A bitter legislative clash erupts as the Senate rules committee moves to non-concur with the House, killing the Allen bill. The House seeks more power for the attorney general and calls for a full probe into questioned stocks, setting up a high-stakes contest for the year.

Senate Committee On Rules House

Johnson Maintains Lead in Presidential Preference Returns

Returns from 1645 of 2421 precincts show Hiram W. Johnson leading with 1247 percent, Leonard Wood at 81904, Lowden 43963, Hoover 40208. Pershing and Dexter trails noted earlier. Hoover also leads Democratic race in 72 precincts with 17662, Edwards 13198, Bryan 11586, McAdoo 10934, Palmer 7570.

Etrott Hiram W. Johnson California Leonard Wood Johnson Lowden Illinois Herbert Hoover General Pershing Miles Poindexter Edwards New Jersey Bryan McAdoo Palmer

Palestine Situation Regarded as Grave

London dispatch from Cairo reports grave concern over Palestine with all permits halted and troops recalled to stations on the western bank of the Suez Canal. No letters are arriving from Palestine.

London Cairo Palestine Suez Canal

Biros Trial Reveals Eye Witnesses In Lavoie Shooting

Salem April 6 Mary B Lavoie was shot William Biros faces first degree murder charges. Hermine Lafleur and Edward Carr testified as key witnesses Carr wrestled the revolver from Biros and held him for police. The government hinges its case on their statements.

Mary B. Lavoie Salem William Biros Essex County Superior Court Hermine Lafleur Edward Carr

Carr Testimony Continues under District Attorney Inquiry

On direct examination by District Attorney Donnell, Carr testified with further remarks continued on Page 11 Fifth Column.

Donnell Carr

Train Kills Reading Boy At Central Station

Francis McLaughlin an 11 year old son of Charles A McLaughlin of 65 Winthrop Avenue Reading was struck by the Portland express as it passed Reading Central station. He ran in front of the locomotive while attempting to flee an oncoming engine shifting freight cars.

Francis McLaughlin Charles A. McLaughlin Winthrop Avenue Reading Portland Central Station

French Premier Millerand Flips on Ruhr Action

Berlin reports Chancellor Mueller said Millerand initially agreed to Germany's Ruhr military move expecting a two to three week duration but later shifted on political grounds after influence from French generals.

Berlin Associated Préss Mueller M. Millerand Germany Ruhr

Hoover Fails to Register for California Primaries

Herbert C. Hoover tried to register as a Republican in San Jose for the California primaries but registration affadavits arrived too late to be entered, as announced by the county clerk. Mrs. Hoover’s affidavit also arrived late.

San Jose Cal Herbert C. Hoover California New York

Britain disperses war Grand Fleet sails for France Leviathan

Today's anniversaries list Francis Lowell founder of Jewell born 17T3 and Ellery Channing clergyman born. the text notes a World War I era scene with Admiral Beatty lowering his flag and Warren Pershing accompanying Secretary Baker aboard the Leviathan bound for France.

Francis Lowell Jewell Ellery Channing Ana I. Barnard Britain David Beatty Baker Warren Pershing General Pershing France

Boston Area Forecast With Cloudy Skies and Winds

Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for Wednesday cloudy and Thursday fair with little temperature change and fresh to strong westerly winds. Northern New England expected cloudy with possible snow, southern New England mainly cloudy Wednesday and fair Thursday. Pressure generally below 30 inches, two coastal storms noted, winds from the west along the Atlantic coast.

Boston Washington New England South Atlantic Gulf Coasts Gulf of St. Lawrence Lake Superior North Atlantic States Atle Sandy Hook

Average Yesterday Temperature Reported for AO 8 24

Yesterday's temperature readings show a mix of values with a high near 85 and a low around 32. The report from Thompson's Spa OB lists multiple entries and odd characters but indicates overall daily temperature variation.

Thompson's Spa Wawaia

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